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GERALD LOTENBERG Obituary

LOTENBERG--Gerald. It is with deep regret and sadness that we announce Gerald Milton Lotenberg died, peacefully, on Wednesday evening, March 13, 2019. His life was a blessing to so many. Gerald was decent, humane, and generous. His pride was in his intimacy and relationships with those he loved. He was born in Brooklyn, NY, the son of Eastern European Jews from Warsaw, Poland. He was a husband, father, and friend, and always, a Jewish man--these were his values and priorities. This great man served in the US Navy during WWII, of which he was deeply proud. This experience shaped him and his hope for humanity. He was a mentor and patriarch in his profession among his peers at Citrin Cooperman, and beyond. He was a volunteer on the USS intrepid so that he could convey his passion for world history to those who sought to learn. He was a consummate provider and family man, devoted in love to his wife, Selma, children, Barry, Pam, and Gail, his grandchildren, Sienna, Lucas, Eliana, and Twyla, as well as his Daughters-in-law, Lynne and Lisa, and Son-in-law, Alejandro. Gerald had a mind that was exceptional. He engaged world politics, history, and cultures, as a student of anthropology and history since his youth. He was immersed in rigorous study of history for the last quarter century of his life as an audit student at Columbia University. All who knew him will miss his exuberant renditions of Route 66, stories of the swing era at the Palladium, his copious lectures on everything, and his passionate engagement of life. Jerry (Gerry), you will be missed. And we will always hold you near. A funeral service will take place on Sunday, March 17, 2019, 9:30am, at "The Riverside" 76 Street and Amsterdam Avenue.

Published by New York Times on Mar. 15, 2019.
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I am saddened to have just heard of the passing of my good friend Jerry Lotenberg. In my 40 + years in real estate Jerry played a major role as the Executor of an estate from which I bought two buildings about 20 years ago. Until I met Jerry, I did not know that real estate business in NYC could be done so pleasantly, so honestly, and so straightforwardly. Jerry was so much of a straight arrow, that once our lawyer remarked that next to Jerry Lotenberg, a straight arrow looks crooked. The dealing with Jerry had led to instant friendship. I cherished our lunches together and the conversation with him about an endless spectrum of topics, from USA and Israel politics, to his family in Israel, psychology, business, music, trips, grandchildren, and, incredibly his ski vacations in his 80's (!!) Jerry came, with Selma, to a number of our chamber music concerts, and delighted in the music and delighted the other audience. He had the curiosity and enthusiasm of a kid, and enrolled in various courses in his 80's. but most of all, he was good and kind (on top of being very very smart.) My condolences to Selma, Jerry's children and grandchildren. I am going to miss you, true Mentch, my friend Jerry. Michael Rahav

michael Rahav

March 17, 2019

Selma, my thoughts and love are with you and your family.

Jim Settel

March 17, 2019

Will miss you very much at the Intrepid museum.

Robert Bachman

March 16, 2019

Dearest Pam and Lisa and the Lotenberg family,
Our heartfelt condolences to you and wishing peace to your family during this sad time.
Debby and Jeremy

March 16, 2019

Dearest Selma, Jerry and family,,
Thank you for being a guiding light for Adrian, Beth and David for so many years. You will always be present in our hearts.
With great respect and love, Beth

Beth Windsor

March 16, 2019

May his memory be for a blessing.

Marlene Yokel

Friend

March 15, 2019

Will miss you very much at the Intrepid museum.

John Heslin

March 15, 2019

Fair winds and following sea's
Gerry, thank you for your humanity.
Semper Fi

Aaron Reznick

March 15, 2019

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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March 15, 2019

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